We encourage and promote the appreciation, study, cultivation, development, and practice of art for the benefit of all the people, cultures, and communities of McLean County.

Exhibitions Management/Gallery Assistant – McLean County Arts Center (MCAC)
Part-time: 20 hours/week, must be available for occasional evening and Saturday hours

Position Summary

The Exhibitions Management/Gallery Assistant is responsible for assisting with exhibition curation and installation, liaising with artists, managing the permanent collection, and helping to facilitate related educational and public programs. The Exhibitions Management/Gallery Assistant works closely with the Director of Education, Programming, and Curation (?????), the Executive Director, the Exhibitions Committee, staff, and community partners to ensure exhibitions are innovative, engaging, and impactful.

Key Responsibilities

Exhibitions

• Assist with exhibition install and design (layout, signage, lighting, wall prep).

• Work with the Director of Education, Programming, and Curation (????) to develop and produce related programming (artist talks, performances, readings, tours, etc.).

• Conduct and record artist interviews

• Write exhibition materials for press, website, and signage.

• Assist with exhibition documentation.

• Design and order showcards for exhibitions, and coordinate mailing

Permanent Collection

• Assist with the management, research, and cataloging of the collection; monitor condition and insurance valuations.

Education & Community Engagement

• Guide tours for schools and community groups.

• Serve as MCAC liaison to exhibiting artists and the community.

Operations & Administration

• Assist with annual fundraiser presentations and meetings.

• Support Sales Gallery operations and exhibition-related sales.

• Oversee building security, cleanliness, and facility rentals.

• Assist with shipping, packing, condition reports, insurance, and artwork records.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of curatorial, preparator, or related experience.

• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage exhibition calendars and deadlines.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and follow-through.

• BFA or MFA preferred.

• Video production/editing experience a plus, or willingness to learn

• Graphic design experience/fluency with Adobe Creative Suite, or willingness to learn

• Ability to lift 40 lbs.